The Consultation Letters of Dr William Cullen (1710-1790) at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
[Case ID:582]: Case of James Gordon of Glastirum who has a tumour.
Documents in this case
5 document(s) found in this case.
| DOC ID | Summary | Date | |||
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[DOC ID:659] |
Reply concerning the case of James Gordon of Glastirum, as related by a Mr Stuart. Cullen diagnoses 'an atonic gout' and recommends a pea issue below the knee of one leg. | 6 November 1782 | |||
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[DOC ID:663] |
Reply concerning the case of Mr Gordon of Glastinum. Cullen confirms his earlier opinion that the case is one of atonic gout, and gives advice with the caveat that 'In all such cases at a distance much mut be left to the discretion of the practitioners upon the spot'. | 9 November 1782 | |||
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[DOC ID:681] |
Reply regarding the case of Mr Gordon of Glastirum, who is 'much relieved in his complaints'. Cullen is pleased to hear of his improvement, and recommends riding as much as the weather will allow. In case Mr Gordon or his Lady wished to see this reply, to avoid causing them anxiety Cullen also sends an enclosed, private letter, addressed only to the correspondent (possibly the 'Mr Stewart of Document 659?), in which he cautions that there is the possibility of a fatal dropsy. | 7 December 1782 | |||
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[DOC ID:695] |
Reply concerning the case of Gordon of Glastirum, who is suffering from a tumour. Cullen suggests medicinal remedies, but cautions that they may take a long time to show effect. | 4 January 1783 | |||
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[DOC ID:698] |
Reply concerning the continuing illness of Gordon of Glastirum. Cullen believes his symptoms 'all give suspicion of Hydropic Effusion into every Cavity'. | 20 January 1783 | |||
People involved in this case
4 found.
| PERS ID | Full Name |
|---|---|
| [PERS ID: 1] | Dr William Cullen (Professor Cullen) |
| [PERS ID: 5228] | Mr James Gordon |
| [PERS ID: 5232] | Mrs Gordon |
| [PERS ID: 5229] | Mr Stewart |
Unique Places linked to this Case
2 found.
| Type | Specific Place | Village/Town/City (aka) | Region | Country | Continent | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specific | Cullen's House / Mint Close | Edinburgh | Edinburgh and East | Scotland | Europe | certain |
| Place | Glastirum | East Highlands | Scotland | Europe | inferred |
Places and role of place
2 found.
| Type | Role | Specific Place | Village/Town/City (aka) | Region | Country | Continent | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specific | Place of Writing | Cullen's House / Mint Close | Edinburgh | Edinburgh and East | Scotland | Europe | certain |
| Place | Destination of Letter | Glastirum | East Highlands | Scotland | Europe | inferred |
